Two students working in a human anatomy lab

Health careers in the making

Where individual ambition meets collective support

At Iowa State University of Science and Technology you can build the skills and experiences you need to create innovative solutions in health and medicine.

As a major research university with an exceptional student experience, we are here to help you lay the foundation for your future so you are able to launch into a health-related career right away or pursue advanced education in medical school or other professional programs.

Careers in the health field are as unique as you are. Whatever your goals, there is a path that fits your needs, and can set you up for lifelong success.

Designing your academic path

Students from diverse fields – including arts, humanities, and sciences – are admitted to medical and professional schools at similar rates. That means you should choose a major that truly excites you, since passion for your studies can drive your motivation and success.

At Iowa State, pre-health and pre-medical students often pursue majors such as:

Explore the variety of health careers

  • Child life specialist works with a child

    Health Providers

    Physicians, therapists, dieticians, and other professionals who work directly with patients to improve their lifestyle.

  • Two students working on bionic hand in lab

    Health Innovators

    Engineers, designers, and scientists working on the cutting edge of vaccines, medical devices such as pacemakers and artificial joints, and health-care facility design.

  • Two students looking at an eye model

    Health Leaders

    People interested in the perceptions, policies, and equity of our healthcare systems.

  • A student stands in front of Mary Greeley Medical Center

    Health Administrators

    Decision makers and business professionals working to improve the operations of our healthcare systems.

Top medical schools ISU students attend

Our alumni are accepted to top programs such as:

  • Creighton University
  • Des Moines University
  • Drake University
  • Harvard University
  • Penn State University
  • St. Louis University
  • University of Illinois
  • University of Iowa
  • University of Minnesota
  • University of Nebraska
  • University of South Carolina
  • University of Wisconsin
  • Yale University

Pre-med and pre-health academic support

As a pre-medical or pre-health student at Iowa State you’ll have a team of advisors and career services professionals who provide:

  • Academic planning to combine your degree requirements and the prerequisites for medical or professional school
  • Application assistance to medical or pre-professional school
  • Health profession exploration (deciding what fields fit your strengths and interests)
  • Guidance on alternate paths if your goals change

Start your health or medical career at Iowa State